Timeless wisdom for pastors with forward-thinking solutions.
In the wake of numerous public confessions by fallen politicians, sports figures, and business executives, in her book The Art of the Public Grovel, Susan Wise Bauer offers a helpful distinction: "An apology is an expression of regret: I am sorry. A confession is an admission of fault: I am sorry because I did wrong. I sinned."
Apology addresses an audience. Confession implies an inner change … that will be manifested in outward action.
In a rootless and self-focused world, the church can provide meaning to college students by inviting them into the story of God.
Understanding and facilitating unforgettable encounters with God.
Our pastoral forefather, George Herbert, orients us to the music that stops the flow of discouragement.
